1998 Mercury Tracer vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1692 kg more than 1998 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercury Tracer | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tracer | A |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |